Description

Job Description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine is seeking applicants for a 12-month, tenure-track position within the Department of Cell, Developmental & Integrative Biology. This position will involve teaching to a broad population of students, including professional, graduate, and undergraduate students. Successful candidates will have a full-time 12 month commitment and focus on providing superior educational content, with future opportunities for leadership and/or administrative roles. These potential roles may be aligned with the intra-school collaborations involved with the various teaching assignments, including Medical Education, and two departmental MS programs in Biomedical and Health Sciences and Anatomical Sciences Education. Funds for professional development are available, as are funds to support publication and meeting attendance; successful applicants will also be encouraged to apply for both intra- and extramural awards to support their research and/or the educational mission of the department. We are seeking candidates with either a PhD or MD degree and strong records of significant educational accomplishments. We are seeking an Anatomist with a strong background in teaching. This includes demonstration of excellence in the teaching of anatomy and documentation of the use of innovative approaches to medical education. Cadaveric dissection skills are required for concurrent gross anatomy laboratories and for prosections. An ability to contribute to the teaching of histology would also be helpful. The appointment will be offered at an academic rank commensurate with experience. Application materials should include current curriculum vitae, cover letter, summary of educational accomplishments, teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information for three professional references.

Required Qualifications

PhD or MD and strong records of significant educational accomplishments. Cadaveric dissection skills are required for concurrent gross anatomy laboratories and for prosections.

Preferred Qualifications

An ability to contribute to the teaching of histology.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
F2872P

Open Date
07/09/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled
No

Nondiscrimination Statement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

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